There isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t feel grateful for the work that we get to do, but some days are a little extra special. ❤️
Thank you @thetorontozoo for allowing me to be a part of this little lady’s journey. Your dedication to all of the animals in your care is unmatched and I am so happy to see how far she has come! 🙌🏻
Full video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C-XkAwGR2OC/?igsh=cmV5YTkzdnJoODBu
#snowleopards #snowleopardcub #rehabvet #caninerehab #caninerehabilitation #zoomedicine #onceinalifetime #dreamjob #thetorontozoo
Let us know how your dog scored in the comments!!!
Weight management and body condition scoring continued…..
Part 1/3: Weight Management
Checkout the WSAVA’s body condition scoring scale and our 30 second self-scoring method to see how your dog stacks up.
https://wsava.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Body-Condition-Score-Dog.pdf
#caninearthritis #caninearthritismanagement #seniordog #seniordogsoftiktok #seniordogs #canineobesity #dogweightloss #dogtiktok #dogtips #dogmobility #doglovers
Is your dog struggling with mobility issues? Meet the Help Em Up harness! 🐶✨ This game-changer provides extra support, comfort, and confidence for dogs with mobility challenges, and it is really the only one we recommend (#notsponsored). Whether it’s helping them climb stairs, get into the car, or simply go for a walk, this harness is a must-have for any dog that is recovering from surgery or a neurologic disease, and for all senior patients that just need a little boost now and again!
https://torontovetrehab.com/shop/help-em-up-harness
#HelpEmUpharness #dogmobility #petcare #seniordogs #doglovers #tplo #aclrecovery #hipdysplasia #ivdd #caninerehab #caninearthritis #dogarthritis
We wanted to take this opportunity to thank all of the amazing veterinary staff at the hospitals that refer their patients to us, for their ongoing dedication and commitment to providing the best possible care for their patients. We are always so honoured to know that another practice entrusts us with their patients’ care and we want you to know how much we appreciate you! 🙏🏻
#veterinaryappreciationday #vetmedicine #rehabvet #rehabrvt #collaboration #patientcare
Reminder for those heading down to @woofstock on Saturday, we will be at the clinic between 10am and 2pm to show you around and answer all of your rehab questions! 🙋🏼♀️
We will also be giving away 3 Fitness & Conditioning assessments 💪🏻 with one of our fab rehab RVTs so make sure to drop by to fill out a ballot! 🗳️
And don’t forget to have your pet’s photo taken at our super cute Photo Booth!! 📸
Looking forward to seeing you on Saturday!!
#woofstock2024 #torontovetrehab #torontobeaches #torontobeachesdog #openhouse #faq #caninerehab #caninerehabilitation #caninefitness #canineconditioning #giveaway #giveaways #petphotobooth #petphotoshoot #photobooth
In this video we discuss why early intervention is crucial for dogs diagnosed with orthopedic diseases like hip and elbow dysplasia. 🐶✨ Discover how prompt action can improve their quality of life, manage pain, and ensure our furry friends stay active and happy for years to come. 🏃♂️❤️
#PetCare #HealthyPets #VeterinaryCare #DogHealth #EarlyIntervention #HipDysplasia #ElbowDysplasia #FurryFriends #VetTips #rehabvet #caninerehab #caninerehabilitation #doglover #movementismedicine #dogarthritis #caninearthritis #chronicpain
Ever wonder what types of conditions we treat with physical rehab?
1️⃣ Arthritis & chronic pain
2️⃣ ACL tears
3️⃣ IVDD
4️⃣ Hip dysplasia
5️⃣ Elbow dysplasia
6️⃣ Weakness or paralysis
7️⃣ Muscle, tendon, ligament strains
8️⃣ Weight gain/obesity
9️⃣ Many more!!
The options for the treatment of many conditions that affect the comfort and mobility of our furry companions continues to grow, and is starting to look very similar to what is available in human physical therapy. If you can receive a certain treatment to help manage your pain or mobility, it is likely that your pet can too!
Wondering whether your pet is a good candidate for rehab? Send us a DM to get in touch!
#caninerehab #caninerehabilitation #dogpain #caninearthritis #dogarthritis #tplo #tplosurgery #tplorecovery #ivdddog #ivdd #ivddsurvivor #ivddrecovery #ivddawareness #dogparalysis #dogobesity #hipdysplasia #hipdysplasiaawareness #elbowdysplasia
You know her, you love her and she’s back!! 🥳🎉🍾
So excited to welcome this TVRC OG and Supermom back to the roster!
We missed you Jenna and are so happy to have you back with us. 😘
#og #supermom #torontodogs #torontodogsofinstagram #dogsftoronto #yyzdogs #dogsofthe6ix #torontobeaches
As part of our mission to empower pet owners to take a more active role in their pet’s physical health and wellness, 🐾 we are creating more educational content to help you increase your pet’s mobility, decrease their pain and enhance their overall quality of life for years to come. 📚
What type of content are we creating you ask? 🤔
That’s where you come in! 🙌
We want to give you the information that you are looking for to keep your pets in tip top shape, so feel free to drop us a line with your suggestions!! 📝
Ever wonder what we recommend for our patients?
Check out the ultimate TVRC-approved product list on our website to see how we keep our patients working out and feeling great both in the clinic and at home!
🔗 torontovetrehab.com/products
#favouritethings #faveproducts #caninerehab #movementismedicine #vetrehabbers #torontodogs #dogsoftoronto #torontodogsofinstagram #yyzdogs #dogsofthe6ix #tplo #ivdd #canineenrichment #caninefitness #canineconditioning #canineathletes #seniordogs #seniordogsofinstagram #caninearthritismanagement
January is National Walk Your Dog Month and there is no better time to get out there and start a regular walking program with your four-legged family member. 🐶🐾
If your dog isn’t conditioned to walking in the colder weather, make sure that you are both winter ready but checking out our blog post entitled - ‘January is National Walk Your Dog Month….is your dog winter ready?’ 🥶 (link in bio).
Hey TVRC family! Have you ever wondered how we assess pain for our patients? 🐶🐱Today for Animal Pain Awareness Month, let’s chat about the magic of Pain Assessments Charts and why they matter! 📉
One of the most important ways we assess pain in our patients is by feedback from their families based on their level of activity and capability at home.
Pain assessments do not need to be time consuming; they can be conducted quickly at the start of an appointment or at an initial consultation.
They serve the purpose of objectively gauging a pet’s progress in rehabilitation or their pain management plan. Pain Assessment Charts also serve a role in improving communication between you and your Practitioners, spotting trends and tracking progress. 🗣️❤️
Multiple recognized scales are available for the assessment of both acute and chronic pain in animals - we use a modified version of the Canine Brief Pain Inventory (CBPI) but there are several that have been validated for use in dogs and cats.
Let’s continue spreading awareness about animal pain during the month of September! 😁💪💕
#torontoveterinaryrehabilitationcentre #tvrc #painsucks #animalpainawarenessmonth #vetmed #animalrehabilitation #animalrehab #painawareness #torontopets #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #painassessment #empowermentthrougheducation #woodbine #danforth #torontobeaches #queensteast
On this #thankfulthursday we would like to give a special shout-out to our amazing friend and coworker Christina!🩵
If you’ve been to the clinic, you’ve probably had the pleasure of meeting Christina. Christina’s heart has always been devoted to advocating for pets in need. On top of her Kinesiology degree and her Registered Veterinary technician diploma, she is a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner, a Certified Veterinary Pain Practitioner and a Fear Free Certified Professional.🎓
Christina also works at PawsAbility, working as an animal orthoses and prostheses assistant.
Christina always goes above and beyond with her patients, and it does not go unnoticed that she is always willing to lend a helping hand. Her witty remarks and infectious laughter keep us all smiling.😁
Please take a moment to watch this video of Christina at @pawsability . We are so proud of you🤩
#painsucks #jackofalltrades #teamplayer #adaptableanimals #pawsability #torontoveterinaryrehabilitationcentre #tvrc #mobilitymatters #hardwork #bestteam #torontovets #torontodogs #prosthesis #ortheses #movementismedicine #grateful #couldntdoitwithoutyou #alwayssmiling
We hosted our very first Lunch and Learn today with @kewbeachpets and it was a huge success! They even brought a very special guest for a visit…meet Onion 🧅! Onion is @kewbeachpets dashingly handsome clinic cat. He was the perfect gentleman and LOVED learning all about rehab and how TVRC can help older pets like him live a more comfortable and mobile life!
If you are a veterinary clinic and would like to set up a lunch for your staff to learn about rehabilitation and how it can benefit your patients, send us a DM or give us a call! We would be thrilled to have your team visit our new stationary clinic! We look forward to collaborating with our fellow veterinary staff members and thank you for your ongoing support of TVRC! 🐾❤️
#torontoveterinaryrehabilitationcentre #tvrc #rehabilitation #painsucks #movementismedicine
Mr. Samson made some BIG gains this week with his TPLO recovery! Samson loves going to the beach with his brother and sister, but for now he will have to settle for walking in the water treadmill for now. Good thing we have treats! We love you sweet boy, keep up the great work! 💙💪
We LOVE how much Frodo loves eating peanut butter and doing his squats! After undergoing IVDD surgery, Frodo experienced some persistent extensor tone in his hind limbs. Frodo and his parents have been working hard on his squats! This exercise helps to encourage relaxation of the extensor muscles while engaging the flexor muscles of the hind limbs. Today we really challenged Frodo with some added balance work during his squats, so little man got an extra special treat 🥜 for his hard work! Great work Frodo, we are so proud with how far you’ve come! 💙💪
Miss Olga is cruising into the holidays with some resistance retaining. Olga became acutely lame on her left front limb this past summer, after an MRI it was confirmed that she had suffered a medial shoulder instability injury as well as a biceps muscle strain. With extensive pain management (both pharmaceutical and modality based), shockwave therapy and intensive strengthening of the shoulder stabilizers Olga is now on tip top shape and visits us ever other week to maintain optimal mobility of her shoulder joint…oh and for our delicious treats. We love you Olga! ❤️
Hi TVRC Fam! Just a reminder that we are still taking donations of canned goods, new and used winter apparel for adults and kids, pet supplies and food, as well as many other essential items listed on our clinic bulletin board. Thank you so much to those who have donated already, we appreciate your kindness! 🎁❤️
